Research Engineer 1

MIT • Cambridge, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Engineer 1 will conduct experimental and technical research to advance a novel catheter-based platform that enables the on-site fabrication of personalized heart implants for device-based stroke prevention. This role involves investigating system performance and underlying mechanisms while supporting translation from preclinical development to clinical application. The engineer will collaborate closely with the Principal Investigator and an interdisciplinary team of engineers and clinicians, contributing across the full product development lifecycle—from experimental design and device prototyping to bench-top testing, characterization, and preclinical animal studies.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least two years’ experience in research or corporate R&D.
• Expertise in 3D CAD design.
• Expertise in rapid prototyping.
• Expertise in bench-top simulator development.
• Expertise in mechanical testing.
• Expertise in sensor integration.
• Expertise in data acquisition/analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to document technical work.
• Ability to present findings.
• Ability to independently drive projects.
• Ability to coordinate key milestones.

Nice To Haves

• Experience evaluating implantable medical devices.
• Knowledge of Class III medical device regulations and technical documentation.
• Expertise in biomaterials.
• Expertise in rheological characterization.
• Expertise in in vitro biocompatibility and hemocompatibility testing, such as cytotoxicity and coagulation readouts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental and technical research to advance a novel catheter-based platform for on-site fabrication of personalized heart implants for device-based stroke prevention.
• Investigate system performance and underlying mechanisms.
• Support translation from preclinical development to clinical application.
• Collaborate with the Principal Investigator and an interdisciplinary team of engineers and clinicians.
• Contribute across the full product development lifecycle, including experimental design, device prototyping, bench-top testing, characterization, and preclinical animal studies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree